Senior Sound Designer - Interactive Media

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health insurance

Bonuses

Professional development

Collaborative studio

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng is seeking a Senior Sound Designer to craft immersive audio for interactive media, including video games and VR. This hybrid role involves creating, implementing, and mixing sound effects, ambient audio, and music to captivate players.

You will collaborate with game designers, artists, and narrative teams, ensure audio middleware integration with Wwise or FMOD, and stay ahead of the latest audio technologies to push the boundaries of interactive sound.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in sound design for interactive media or gaming.
• A strong portfolio showcasing diverse sound design for games or similar interactive experiences.
• Proficiency in DAWs (Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live).
• Experience with audio middleware such as Wwise or FMOD.

Responsibilities

• Design, create, and implement high-quality sound effects, Foley, and ambient audio for interactive projects.
• Record, edit, and mix audio assets to meet project requirements across platforms.
• Collaborate with game designers, level designers, and narrative teams to integrate audio into the user experience.
• Develop and maintain audio middleware integration for efficient sound implementation.
• Mix final audio for games and interactive experiences with balance, clarity and impact.
• Stay current with advancements in audio technology and best practices in interactive sound design.

Skills

Sound design

Audio mixing

Communication

Tools

Pro Tools

Logic Pro

Ableton Live

Wwise

FMOD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and technically skilled Senior Sound Designer to join their dynamic team in Mahikeng . This hybrid role involves crafting immersive audio experiences for interactive media, including video games and virtual reality applications. You will be responsible for creating, implementing, and mixing sound effects, ambient audio, and music to enhance player immersion and engagement. We are looking for an innovative individual with a deep understanding of audio principles, a keen ear for detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in both on-site and remote capacities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, create, and implement high-quality sound effects, Foley, and ambient audio for interactive projects.
• Record, edit, and mix audio assets to meet project requirements and ensure optimal playback across various platforms.
• Collaborate with game designers, level designers, and narrative teams to integrate audio seamlessly into the user experience.
• Develop and maintain audio middleware integration, ensuring efficient implementation of sound assets.
• Mix final audio for games and interactive experiences, ensuring balance, clarity, and impact.
• Stay current with advancements in audio technology, software, and best practices in interactive sound design.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a Sound Designer in the interactive media or gaming industry.
• A strong portfolio showcasing a wide range of sound design work for games or similar interactive experiences.
• Proficiency in Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro, or Ableton Live.
• Experience with audio middleware such as Wwise or FMOD.
• Solid understanding of acoustics, psychoacoustics, and audio mixing techniques.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a hybrid team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote work.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and creative exploration.
• A collaborative studio environment focused on pushing the boundaries of interactive audio.